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Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo LSQT1035 B PV-GS36 Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions thoroughly. Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Digital Video Camcorder Operating Instructions Model No.
Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo LSQT1035 B PV-GS36 Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions thoroughly. Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Digital Video Camcorder Operating Instructions Model No.
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... • Since this unit. The serial number is recommended that only cassette tapes that have been tested and inspected for choosing Panasonic! Date of your Camcorder. This symbol alerts the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products ..., DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Be sure to avoid any inside part of this product gets hot during use in Camcorders with any problems. The above markings are located on the right. Therefore, it will bring you for use , operate it in a well...
... • Since this unit. The serial number is recommended that only cassette tapes that have been tested and inspected for choosing Panasonic! Date of your Camcorder. This symbol alerts the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products ..., DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Be sure to avoid any inside part of this product gets hot during use in Camcorders with any problems. The above markings are located on the right. Therefore, it will bring you for use , operate it in a well...
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... WARNING ● TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Patent Nos. 4,631,603, 4,577,216, and 4,819,098, licensed for the correct method of coffee. Unplug your Camcorder. ● AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE ... If the unit is intended for outdoor use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning your hands and face are... with your local authorities or dealer and ask for limited viewing. CAUTION ●DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMCORDER AT THE SUN OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS ●DO NOT LEAVE THE CAMCORDER WITH THE EVF AIMED DIRECTLY AT THE SUN AS THIS MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE INTERNAL PARTS OF ...
... WARNING ● TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Patent Nos. 4,631,603, 4,577,216, and 4,819,098, licensed for the correct method of coffee. Unplug your Camcorder. ● AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE ... If the unit is intended for outdoor use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning your hands and face are... with your local authorities or dealer and ask for limited viewing. CAUTION ●DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMCORDER AT THE SUN OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS ●DO NOT LEAVE THE CAMCORDER WITH THE EVF AIMED DIRECTLY AT THE SUN AS THIS MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE INTERNAL PARTS OF ...
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...13 Attaching the Shoulder Strap 13 Inserting/Removing a Cassette 14 Using a Memory Card (Optional 15 Turning on the Camcorder 15 Setting Date and Time 16 Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor 17 Easy to Use Mode Dial 18 How to ...a Card (Photoshot 26 Recording Yourself 28 Recording with the Built-in LED Video Light ...... 28 Quick Start 29 Self-timer Recording 29 Zoom In/Out Functions 30 Digital Zoom Function 30 Image Stabilizer Function 31 Fade In/Out Functions 31 Backlight ..., please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
...13 Attaching the Shoulder Strap 13 Inserting/Removing a Cassette 14 Using a Memory Card (Optional 15 Turning on the Camcorder 15 Setting Date and Time 16 Using the Viewfinder/LCD Monitor 17 Easy to Use Mode Dial 18 How to ...a Card (Photoshot 26 Recording Yourself 28 Recording with the Built-in LED Video Light ...... 28 Quick Start 29 Self-timer Recording 29 Zoom In/Out Functions 30 Digital Zoom Function 30 Image Stabilizer Function 31 Fade In/Out Functions 31 Backlight ..., please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
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... Copying onto a DVD Recorder or a VCR (Dubbing 45 Using the DV Cable for Recording (Digital Dubbing 45 Recording from a Tape onto a Card 46 PC Connection With DV Interface Cable 46 With a PC Using Camcorder with a PC 47 Using the USB Function 47 To disconnect USB cable safely 49 Using as... a Web Camera 50 If you no longer need software or driver (Uninstall 53 Transferring Motion DV Tape Pictures (Camcorder→Macintosh) via DV Cable (iMovie / iMovie HD 53 Notes 54 Others Indications 56 Warning/Alarm...
... Copying onto a DVD Recorder or a VCR (Dubbing 45 Using the DV Cable for Recording (Digital Dubbing 45 Recording from a Tape onto a Card 46 PC Connection With DV Interface Cable 46 With a PC Using Camcorder with a PC 47 Using the USB Function 47 To disconnect USB cable safely 49 Using as... a Web Camera 50 If you no longer need software or driver (Uninstall 53 Transferring Motion DV Tape Pictures (Camcorder→Macintosh) via DV Cable (iMovie / iMovie HD 53 Notes 54 Others Indications 56 Warning/Alarm...
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...holding the Memory Card with its cut corner facing right 4 insert it into the Card Slot 5 . 4 Close the Card Slot Cover 3 securely. 5 3 4 Turning on the Camcorder • Open the LCD Monitor or extend the Viewfinder before turning on the power. How to Turn on the Power 1 Set the [OFF/ON... Battery to read. 1 Pull the Viewfinder. 8 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Inserting a Card 1 Place your Thumb on the [OPEN] 1 Knob and pull the LCD Monitor 2 out in the direction of the arrow. 2 • ...
...holding the Memory Card with its cut corner facing right 4 insert it into the Card Slot 5 . 4 Close the Card Slot Cover 3 securely. 5 3 4 Turning on the Camcorder • Open the LCD Monitor or extend the Viewfinder before turning on the power. How to Turn on the Power 1 Set the [OFF/ON... Battery to read. 1 Pull the Viewfinder. 8 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Inserting a Card 1 Place your Thumb on the [OPEN] 1 Knob and pull the LCD Monitor 2 out in the direction of the arrow. 2 • ...
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...alternate AC plug. Please contact either a local or foreign electrical parts distributor for voltages other than 120 V AC. Parts Identification and Handling Camcorder 3 2 4 5 6 7 1 89 1 LCD Monitor Open Knob [OPEN] (p. 17) 2 LCD Monitor (pp. 15~17, 61)...1 Set [ SETUP] >> [ DEMO MODE] >> [OFF]. Before Using Standard Accessories The following accessories are supplied with your Camcorder. 1) PV-DAC14D 2) K2GJ2DC00011 K2CA2CA00025 3) 4) CGR-DU06 5) K2KC4CB00020 LSFC0018 AY-DVM60EJ 1) AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC ..., contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
...alternate AC plug. Please contact either a local or foreign electrical parts distributor for voltages other than 120 V AC. Parts Identification and Handling Camcorder 3 2 4 5 6 7 1 89 1 LCD Monitor Open Knob [OPEN] (p. 17) 2 LCD Monitor (pp. 15~17, 61)...1 Set [ SETUP] >> [ DEMO MODE] >> [OFF]. Before Using Standard Accessories The following accessories are supplied with your Camcorder. 1) PV-DAC14D 2) K2GJ2DC00011 K2CA2CA00025 3) 4) CGR-DU06 5) K2KC4CB00020 LSFC0018 AY-DVM60EJ 1) AC Adaptor, DC Cable and AC ..., contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
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However, this to the digital video equipment. 20 USB Jack [ ] (pp. 48, 50) • It is only compatible with USB 2.0 PCI Card .... 15~17, 61) Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the Camcorder to the AC Adaptor and the AC Jack. 1 2 3 11 Insert the card first and then attach the tripod. 36 Battery...the [OFF/ON] Switch on the Viewfinder screen. Before Using 15 Audio-Video Output Jack [AV OUT] (pp. 44, 45) • Connecting an AV Cable to this jack activates the Camcorder's built-in speaker. • When connecting the pin plug of the...
However, this to the digital video equipment. 20 USB Jack [ ] (pp. 48, 50) • It is only compatible with USB 2.0 PCI Card .... 15~17, 61) Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the Camcorder to the AC Adaptor and the AC Jack. 1 2 3 11 Insert the card first and then attach the tripod. 36 Battery...the [OFF/ON] Switch on the Viewfinder screen. Before Using 15 Audio-Video Output Jack [AV OUT] (pp. 44, 45) • Connecting an AV Cable to this jack activates the Camcorder's built-in speaker. • When connecting the pin plug of the...
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... completed. • When the battery is completely discharged, the [CHARGE] Lamp blinks at first, but this Camcorder when batteries from other companies are for a long time, the Camera body becomes warm, but the battery is charged normally. The numbers in parentheses indicate the recording time when the...recording and stopping operations are approximate times. Using the Battery Before use, fully charge the Battery. • We recommend using a Panasonic Battery. • We cannot guarantee the quality of this is not a malfunction. • If the [CHARGE] Lamp does not light up ....
... completed. • When the battery is completely discharged, the [CHARGE] Lamp blinks at first, but this Camcorder when batteries from other companies are for a long time, the Camera body becomes warm, but the battery is charged normally. The numbers in parentheses indicate the recording time when the...recording and stopping operations are approximate times. Using the Battery Before use, fully charge the Battery. • We recommend using a Panasonic Battery. • We cannot guarantee the quality of this is not a malfunction. • If the [CHARGE] Lamp does not light up ....
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... size of your hand. 2 1 • When you attach the Shoulder Strap before going out to avoid dropping the Camcorder. 1 Pull the end of the Lens Cap Cord through the attached eye on the Camcorder. Attaching the Shoulder Strap We recommend that it cannot slip off. 1 1 Pass one end of the Shoulder Strap...
... size of your hand. 2 1 • When you attach the Shoulder Strap before going out to avoid dropping the Camcorder. 1 Pull the end of the Lens Cap Cord through the attached eye on the Camcorder. Attaching the Shoulder Strap We recommend that it cannot slip off. 1 1 Pass one end of the Shoulder Strap...
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... as a cable, caught in the cover. 14 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo If you overwrite-record on a previously recorded cassette, be sure your fingers have not been placed underneath the Cassette Holder as shown below.... • For your reference if you travel frequently you should also purchase a Panasonic head cleaning tape AY-DVMCLA and use when HEAD CLOG message appears on the LCD/EVF of your Camcorder. 1 Fit the AC Adaptor or the Battery and turn on the Power. 2 Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] Lever toward ...
... as a cable, caught in the cover. 14 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo If you overwrite-record on a previously recorded cassette, be sure your fingers have not been placed underneath the Cassette Holder as shown below.... • For your reference if you travel frequently you should also purchase a Panasonic head cleaning tape AY-DVMCLA and use when HEAD CLOG message appears on the LCD/EVF of your Camcorder. 1 Fit the AC Adaptor or the Battery and turn on the Power. 2 Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] Lever toward ...
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...; Concerning the Write Protection Switch on the SD Memory Card The SD Memory Card has a write protection switch on a personal computer by Panasonic only. Such actions will be damaged if the Card is forced out when the Card is on the SD Memory Card label corresponds to ...protect and manage the copyright and the capacity available as conventional memory for a Camcorder, personal computer or other equipment. To enable recording, close the accidental erasure prevention slider (by sliding it to the [REC] arrow direction). 1...
...; Concerning the Write Protection Switch on the SD Memory Card The SD Memory Card has a write protection switch on a personal computer by Panasonic only. Such actions will be damaged if the Card is forced out when the Card is on the SD Memory Card label corresponds to ...protect and manage the copyright and the capacity available as conventional memory for a Camcorder, personal computer or other equipment. To enable recording, close the accidental erasure prevention slider (by sliding it to the [REC] arrow direction). 1...
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Setting Date and Time When the Camcorder is turned on for the first time, [SET DATE AND TIME] will cycle in the order shown below. 2000, 2001, ..., 2089, 2000, ... 3 Press the Joystick ... power does not turn on the power. 16 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo SET DATE AND TIME YES NO SETUP ENTER EXIT • Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode. 1 Set [ BASIC] >> [ CLOCK SET] >> [YES]. CLOCK SET...
Setting Date and Time When the Camcorder is turned on for the first time, [SET DATE AND TIME] will cycle in the order shown below. 2000, 2001, ..., 2089, 2000, ... 3 Press the Joystick ... power does not turn on the power. 16 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo SET DATE AND TIME YES NO SETUP ENTER EXIT • Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode. 1 Set [ BASIC] >> [ CLOCK SET] >> [YES]. CLOCK SET...
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... the Viewfinder from the Menu. When the battery is set the date and time. Select [YES] and set to complete the settings. 17 Leave the camera as is for approx. 24 hours, and the battery will drive the date and time for the first time after charging, [SET DATE AND TIME... Knob. 2 Adjust the LCD Monitor angle according to 90°. Before Using Recharging the built-in lithium battery If [ ] or [--] is appears when the Camcorder is turned on the [OPEN] Knob and pull the LCD Monitor out in the Bar Indication. • More vertical bars indicates stronger brightness or color...
... the Viewfinder from the Menu. When the battery is set the date and time. Select [YES] and set to complete the settings. 17 Leave the camera as is for approx. 24 hours, and the battery will drive the date and time for the first time after charging, [SET DATE AND TIME... Knob. 2 Adjust the LCD Monitor angle according to 90°. Before Using Recharging the built-in lithium battery If [ ] or [--] is appears when the Camcorder is turned on the [OPEN] Knob and pull the LCD Monitor out in the Bar Indication. • More vertical bars indicates stronger brightness or color...
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...Computer. Each press of the screen. 18 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Press Center e.g., Tape Recording Mode Press ▼ [AUTO] 1/4 NEXT One-Touch Navigation icon OFF 2/4 NEXT 3/4 NEXT 4/4 NEXT Move the ... Set your desired mode to 1 . 1 Joystick Control (See below) : Tape Recording Mode Use this mode when you want to connect the Camcorder to select the item. Joystick Control and Screen Display Press the center of the Joystick Control, and the One-Touch Navigation icon will not affect...
...Computer. Each press of the screen. 18 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Press Center e.g., Tape Recording Mode Press ▼ [AUTO] 1/4 NEXT One-Touch Navigation icon OFF 2/4 NEXT 3/4 NEXT 4/4 NEXT Move the ... Set your desired mode to 1 . 1 Joystick Control (See below) : Tape Recording Mode Use this mode when you want to connect the Camcorder to select the item. Joystick Control and Screen Display Press the center of the Joystick Control, and the One-Touch Navigation icon will not affect...
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... select [ ]. BACKLIGHT COMPENSATION PREVENTS DARK SUBJECTS IN BACKLIGHT EXIT 1/4 NEXT SET EXIT • An explanation of a desired function or setup, this Camcorder displays various function setups on the screen. • Each time the Joystick Control is used, functions cannot be set to [FOCUS]. 1/4 NEXT 2/4...SETUP LANGUAGE SETUP ENTER EXIT For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Using the Menu Screen To facilitate the selection of the selected icon is displayed on Menus. 1 Press the [MENU] Button. *...
... select [ ]. BACKLIGHT COMPENSATION PREVENTS DARK SUBJECTS IN BACKLIGHT EXIT 1/4 NEXT SET EXIT • An explanation of a desired function or setup, this Camcorder displays various function setups on the screen. • Each time the Joystick Control is used, functions cannot be set to [FOCUS]. 1/4 NEXT 2/4...SETUP LANGUAGE SETUP ENTER EXIT For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Using the Menu Screen To facilitate the selection of the selected icon is displayed on Menus. 1 Press the [MENU] Button. *...
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... can be displayed during playback but not during recording. To Return to be retained. • Menu operation flow is turned off the Camcorder, the selected setup may not be set. Menus can select the desired language. 1 Set [ LANGUAGE] >> [English], [Français] or ...QUALITY] Picture Quality (p. 27) [ EIS] Image Stabilizer (p. 31) [ FADE COLOR] Fade color (pp. 31~32) [ AUDIO REC] Audio Recording Mode (p. 23) [ D.ZOOM] Digital Zoom (p. 30) [ ZOOM MIC] Zoom Microphone (p. 30) [ SETUP] Setup Sub-Menu [ DISPLAY] Display Mode (p. 23) [ DATE/TIME] Date and Time Indication (pp. 23,...
... can be displayed during playback but not during recording. To Return to be retained. • Menu operation flow is turned off the Camcorder, the selected setup may not be set. Menus can select the desired language. 1 Set [ LANGUAGE] >> [English], [Français] or ...QUALITY] Picture Quality (p. 27) [ EIS] Image Stabilizer (p. 31) [ FADE COLOR] Fade color (pp. 31~32) [ AUDIO REC] Audio Recording Mode (p. 23) [ D.ZOOM] Digital Zoom (p. 30) [ ZOOM MIC] Zoom Microphone (p. 30) [ SETUP] Setup Sub-Menu [ DISPLAY] Display Mode (p. 23) [ DATE/TIME] Date and Time Indication (pp. 23,...
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...on the screen (p. 57). POWER SAVE Set [ SETUP] >> [ POWER SAVE] >> [5 MINUTES] or [OFF]. [OFF]: When about 5 minutes passed without any operation, the Camcorder automatically turns off to protect the tape or to prevent the battery from Quick Start standby mode to recording pause 2 Beeps • When you pause... recording • When you turn off even when set . When you use the Camcorder, turn it takes time more than usual to start recording • When you turn on the power • When the unit goes from running ...
...on the screen (p. 57). POWER SAVE Set [ SETUP] >> [ POWER SAVE] >> [5 MINUTES] or [OFF]. [OFF]: When about 5 minutes passed without any operation, the Camcorder automatically turns off to protect the tape or to prevent the battery from Quick Start standby mode to recording pause 2 Beeps • When you pause... recording • When you turn off even when set . When you use the Camcorder, turn it takes time more than usual to start recording • When you turn on the power • When the unit goes from running ...
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...but mosaic noise may appear on the playback image or some functions will not be disabled. - Playback on digital video equipment without inserting a cassette or a card, the Camcorder is canceled. If any button is pressed or operated, the demonstration mode is automatically set this function to...the performances of the image on other digital video equipment or on other digital video equipment recorded in comparison with the SP mode, but some functions may be degraded in the LP mode. - Playback of the LP mode, we recommend using Panasonic cassettes marked LP mode. • In...
...but mosaic noise may appear on the playback image or some functions will not be disabled. - Playback on digital video equipment without inserting a cassette or a card, the Camcorder is canceled. If any button is pressed or operated, the demonstration mode is automatically set this function to...the performances of the image on other digital video equipment or on other digital video equipment recorded in comparison with the SP mode, but some functions may be degraded in the LP mode. - Playback of the LP mode, we recommend using Panasonic cassettes marked LP mode. • In...
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... 3 minutes shorter than the actual remaining tape time. 25 Recording Mode Recording Mode About Recording • When recording pictures on a tape, set to [AUTO], the Camcorder automatically adjusts the Focus and White Balance. SP 3h59m59s29f R 2:00 PAUSE 12:34:56AM JAN 2 2006 100 • For the recording time on a tape, refer...
... 3 minutes shorter than the actual remaining tape time. 25 Recording Mode Recording Mode About Recording • When recording pictures on a tape, set to [AUTO], the Camcorder automatically adjusts the Focus and White Balance. SP 3h59m59s29f R 2:00 PAUSE 12:34:56AM JAN 2 2006 100 • For the recording time on a tape, refer...